Harvey Weinstein's Retrial Begins April 15, New Charges Introduced

Harvey Weinstein's retrial is set to begin on April 15 in Manhattan, featuring a significant new charge from an accuser not involved in the previous case. This retrial follows the overturning of Weinstein's 2020 convictions on rape and sexual assault by New York's highest court. Judge Curtis Farber has ruled on numerous pretrial motions, including the admissibility of expert testimony regarding the psychological effects of sexual assault, while also limiting how accusers can be referred to in court. Weinstein's defense argues that the addition of the new charge, which alleges he forced oral sex on another woman in 2006, is prejudicial due to the lengthy delay in its introduction. Weinstein, who is facing serious health issues and is currently incarcerated, has denied all allegations against him. The trial is expected to focus on around 25 witnesses and could last approximately a month.